Alumnae Association of Mount Holyoke College Photo Gallery

Global Connections Photo Contest

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 11:21:01 -0400

Class of 1963 2008 Reunion

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:06:33 -0500

More for Sophomores 2008

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 11:59:25 -0400

Gray skies couldn’t keep over one hundred sophomores from Chapin Auditorium on Sunday, September 14.

Mount Holyoke College Summit on Education 2008

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:10:01 -0400

This was a gathering of educators featuring alumnae, faculty and students during the weekend of October 10-12.

Journey Along the Silk Road/China 2008

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:12:09 -0400

June 22–July 3, 2008 : Accompanied by Stephen Jones, professor of Russian studies. Travels from Beijing to Tashkent.

Reunion I 2008 Alumnae Parade

Sat, 24 May 2008 08:09:58 -0400

These are photos of the traditional alumnae parade during the first reunion weekend of 2008.

Laurel Chain Ceremony 2008

Sat, 24 May 2008 08:44:51 -0400

Graduating Mount Holyoke College seniors participate in the traditional laurel chain ceremony at the end of the alumnae parade on Saturday morning, a day before commencement.

2008 Reunion II Parade

Sat, 31 May 2008 09:17:48 -0400

This is the alumne parade during the second reunion weekend in 2008 at Mount Holyoke College.

2008 Reunion Tea Ceremony

Sat, 31 May 2008 13:19:32 -0400

2008 Reunion II Alumnae and Faculty Reception

Fri, 30 May 2008 17:25:53 -0400

2008 Reunion II Class Social Hours

Sat, 31 May 2008 16:42:48 -0400

2008 Reunion I Annual Meeting

Sat, 24 May 2008 09:11:57 -0400

2008 Reunion II Annual Meeting

Sat, 31 May 2008 09:59:39 -0400

2008 Reunion Golf Clinics

Fri, 30 May 2008 14:42:47 -0400

These are photos of just one of many golf clinics that were offered to alums and their family members during the weekends at the Orchards golf course.

2008 Reunion New Dorm Tour

Fri, 30 May 2008 15:07:34 -0400

Photos from a tour of the new dorm, the first in 40 years, still under construction.

2008 Reunion I Women of Color Reception

Sat, 24 May 2008 15:37:51 -0400

2008 Reunion Student Workers

Sat, 31 May 2008 18:41:01 -0400

Photos of students that worked during the Alumnae Reunion weekends. Without them the reunions would not be possible. Some ofthe photos are of the students at work and others are from an appreciation dinner.

Reunion 2008 Family Fun

Sat, 24 May 2008 13:52:35 -0400

Saturday afternoon during the first reunion weekend, the children of alumnae could play in bouce houses, particpate in arts and craft activities and ride on the restored 1941 Mount Holyoke College fire truck.

Class Socials Reunion I 2008

Sat, 24 May 2008 17:59:35 -0400

Hike up Mount Holyoke During Reunion

Sun, 25 May 2008 11:10:20 -0400

Alumnae relive their Mountain Day experiences by hiking up Mount Holyoke to the Summit House and enjoying the view on a beautiful day.

Alumnae Memorial Interfaith Service 2008

Sun, 25 May 2008 07:29:56 -0400

The alumnae memorial interfaith service that took place in Abbey Chapel on Sunday, May 25th during Reuion I 2008.

Registering for Reunion I 2008

Thu, 22 May 2008 14:40:37 -0400

The Thursday before the reunion weekend with some early registrations.

Strawberries and Champagne 2008

Tue, 06 May 2008 16:09:49 -0400

This is an end of year celebration for graduating seniors on the Pageant green welcoming them to the Alumnae Association.

Next Steps for First Years 2008

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 11:56:48 -0400

An annual event for first years students to assist them in their tranisition to their second year at Mount Holyoke College.

New Orleans Service Trip 2008

Mon, 01 Jan 2007 01:24:20 -0500

The Alumnae Association of Mount Holyoke College and the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity, New Orleans City Park, and Levees.Org, joined together in a rebuilding project in New Orleans.

Future in Communications Conference 2008

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:09:46 -0500

This was a weekend conference for alumnae and students involved in journalism and communications.

Senior Fair 2008

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 13:49:57 -0500

Mary Lyon's Birthday 2008

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:04:20 -0500

Alumnae Association served cake to students in Blanchard to celebrate Mary Lyon's birthday.

Amazon River Journey 2008

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:36:55 -0500

January 25–February 3, 2008. A ten-day journey traveling to the headwaters of the Peruvian Amazon.

Alumnae & Students of Color Conference 2007

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 15:27:10 -0400

November 2-4

Village Life Along the Seine 2007

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 04:08:35 -0400

A seven-night cruise along the storied Seine River aboard the M.V. Cézanne. Departed from Paris after a morning tour of the colorful Montmartre neighborhood, the Cézanne followed the riverbanks for close-up views of villages and châteaux. Along the way, we stopped for tours and excursions led by local cultural experts, including visits to Rouen’s Place St-Marc; Monet’s famous house and gardens in Giverny; the Musée de Beaux-Arts Andre Malraux in LeHavre; the Maison van Gogh and Auberge Ravoux in Auvers-sur-Oise, where Vincent Van Gogh spent his final days; and the picturesque fishing port of Honfluer.

Alumnae Awareness 2007

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 12:51:25 -0400

Photos from te Alumnae Association awareness days in the Blanchard student center. Students got their photo taken with the college's founder, Mary Lyon.

Alumnae in Action: Fall 2007 Food Bank Farm Project

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 10:21:17 -0400

On Saturday morning, October 20, a group of Mount Holyoke alumnae, staff, students, and friends gathered together for the fall 2007 Alumnae in Action service project, held at the Food Bank Farm in Hadley, Mass. Volunteers helped prepare produce grown on the farm for distribution to the Food Bank farmers' market and to local shelters and soup kitchens. Class years of alumnae ranged from 1959 to 2006--while conversation in the barn ranged from global climate change to the latest news from Mount Holyoke. Organized by Leanna James Blackwell, director of communications, and Krysia L. Villón, assistant director of clubs, the fall 2007 Alumnae in Action project at the Food Bank farm was the latest in a series of events that bring alumnae together for service project in their communities.

More for Sophomores 2007

Sun, 16 Sep 2007 14:56:09 -0400

2007 Information Session for Sophomore Class of 2010

Celtic Lands 2007

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:42:56 -0400

These are photos from a ten day cruise aboard the M.S. Andrea from Edinburgh, Scotland, through the waters of the Celtic and Irish Seas and across the English Channel to the historic beaches of Normandy, France. August 10-20, 2007. Photos by Rob Weir ©

Class of 1977 Reunion Photos

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 15:42:16 -0400

These photos were taken by Geoffrey Mendenhall, husband of 1977 alum, M. Nike (Cotchen) Mendenhall. It includes photos of other reunion classes including the parade and annual meeting.

Glee Club Alumnae China Tour 2007 Bon Voyage Concert

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 17:02:50 -0400

The Mount Holyoke College Glee Club Alumnae performed a bon voyage concert in Abbey Memorial Chapel on Sunday, July 1 at 4 PM before the embarked on a tour of China. Catharine Melhorn was the conductor and Pamela Gilmore was the accompanist.

Along the Waterways of Holland and Belgium

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 05:20:33 -0400

This trip occurred April 6 – April 14, 2007 as part of the Mount Holyoke College Alumnae Association Lifelong Education Travel program. Featured faculty lecturers Linda Laderach (who also took the photos) and Larry Schipull.

Class of 1967 40th Reunion

Fri, 25 May 2007 13:55:43 -0400

Photos of the Class of 1967 of Mount Holyoke College at their 40th Reunion taken and submitted by member sof the Class of 1967.

2007 Reunion II Parade

Sat, 02 Jun 2007 10:21:29 -0400

Alumnae marched from Blanchard, past Skinner, in front of Mary E. Woolley Hall and then into Chapin auditorium for the Annual Meeting.

Reunion I 2007 Parade

Sat, 26 May 2007 09:10:58 -0400

While the Springfield Kiltie Band plays, Loyalty Classes in antique cars lead the parade, followed by alumnae classes, alumnae relatives, certificate degree and graduate classes, and seniors carrying the laurel chain.

Laurel Chain Ceremony 2007

Sat, 26 May 2007 09:21:11 -0400

2007 Reunion II Class Socials

Sat, 02 Jun 2007 18:58:12 -0400

Alums gathered together with their classmates in the class dorm headquarters.

2007 Reunion II Concert

Sat, 02 Jun 2007 20:58:14 -0400

The classes of 2002 and 1987 rocked out to the music of Vanessa Torres and Touching Ground in the Blanchard Campus Center.

2008 Reunion I Annual Meeting

Sat, 24 May 2008 09:11:57 -0400

2007 Reunion I Loyalty Alumnae

Fri, 25 May 2007 20:26:41 -0400

Here are the Loyalty Alumnae and soon to be Loyalty Alumnae from the classes of 1932, 1937 and 1947 preparing and participating in the Alumnae Parade.

Reunion 2007 Student Workers

Thu, 31 May 2007 14:52:33 -0400

Student workers help make reunion possible. They clean dorm rooms, drive vans, wait tables, register arriving alumnae and much more.

Reunion I Back-to-Class

Fri, 25 May 2007 13:09:44 -0400

Faculty, staff, and alumnae-led lectures and workshops that cover a wide variety of topics including termites, yoga, financial investing, career planning, speaking Chinese, music, politics, history and much more.

Children's Activities

Sat, 26 May 2007 13:47:03 -0400

Bounce houses, face painting, bubbling blowing, arts & crafts and puppet shows.

Class Socials 2007

Sat, 26 May 2007 18:34:02 -0400

Each class host a social reception in their dorm headquarters.

Department At-Homes

Sat, 26 May 2007 14:09:31 -0400

Alumnae and students visit with their favorite college professors throughout the various departments.

Old-Fashioned Community Cookout

Sat, 26 May 2007 11:38:17 -0400

Alumnae, seniors, families and guests picnic on Skinner Green.

Pizza, Beer and Business Cards

Fri, 25 May 2007 19:04:53 -0400

Sponsored by the Class of 2005 and the Alumane Asociation. An informal gathering of alumnae and seniors to discuss careers and network with one another.

Alumnae Interfaith Service

Sun, 27 May 2007 09:01:01 -0400

Sunday morning worship in Abbey Memorial Chapel representing many faiths.

Reunion 2007 Registration

Fri, 25 May 2007 11:36:47 -0400

The first day of registration for Reunion 2007 in the New York room of Mary E. Wolley Hall.

Alumnae In Action Gardening the Community 2007

Sat, 05 May 2007 11:12:17 -0400

On Saturday, May 5, local alums, staff, and MHC students traveled to Springfield for the second annual spring *Alumnae in Action* event in honor of Earth Day. Working with volunteers from *Gardening the Community*, an urban community gardening and youth advocacy organization, the group prepared dirt beds and planted flower and vegetable seeds in a quarter-acre lot located in downtown Springfield. The organic vegetables are harvested in the summer and fall and sold at a local farmer's market.

Strawberries and Champagne 2007

Tue, 08 May 2007 17:02:48 -0400

Seniors celebrate their last day of classes by being welcomed into the Alumnae Association and sipping champagne along with their classmates and professors.

First Year's Event 2007

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 14:44:32 -0400

Members of the class of 2010 came together and found out what the Alumnae Association, Career Development, Center for Global Initiatves, academic deans and dean of students offices had to offer them. The joined group discussions and heard advice from alumnae, staff and faculty.

Gardens of the Caribbean 2007

Sun, 04 Mar 2007 08:51:15 -0500

Part of the Alumnae Association Lifelong Learning Travel Program, March 2007.

Janet Tuttle Alumnae and Student Service Travel Program: Costa Rica 2007

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 11:42:34 -0400

Three alumnae and seven MHC students had the opportunity to work with Habitat for Humanity’s Global Village Program in Costa Rica.

Temples and Waterways of Vietnam and Cambodia

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 00:25:00 -0400

Alumnae Association of of Mount Holyoke College Lifelong Education Travel Program January 6-17, 2007 Photos by Dr. Calvin P. Chen Luce Assistant Professor of Politics Department of Politics

Asian/Asian American Alumnae and Student Conference

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:13:51 -0500

More than one hundred alumnae, students, and faculty members attended the fourth triennial Asian/Asian-American Alumnae and Student Conference in November sponsored by the MHC Alumnae Association and various other offices on campus. The conference, "Facing East, Facing West: From the Gates of Mount Holyoke to a Global Citizenship," explored both the idea of global citizenship and the multi-faceted relationships between Asians and Asian Americans. All photos by Paul Schnaittacher.

Australia and New Zealand 2006 Trip

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 20:41:34 -0400

Photos from Melbourne, Sydney, the Outback, the Great Barrier Reef, and New Zealand.

Alumnae in Action at Food Bank of Western Massachusetts

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 18:54:45 -0500

A lively group of nearly 30 MHC alumnae, staff, and guests (including one notable guest not yet one year of age) gathered together on Thursday, November 9, 2006, from 4-7 pm at the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts for the fall Alumnae in Action food service project. After refreshments and a tour of the recently expanded and renovated facilities, alumnae volunteers got to work sorting food in the warehouse, preparing information kits, and writing hundreds of cards to Food Bank volunteers.

Alumnae Awareness 2006

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 12:27:14 -0400

It was Alumnae Awareness week October 16-20, 2006. The Association set up a table in Blanchard where students could learn more about the Association, have their picture taken with Mary Lyon and register to win a new iPod Nano if they signed up for a LifeNet workshop.

Alumnae Council 2006 Awards Presentation

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 19:02:41 -0400

Photos from the Alumnae Council 2006 Awards Dinner held Saturday night October 14, 2006.

Village Life in Italian Lake District

Tue, 12 Sep 2006 13:40:06 -0400

Alumnae Association Educational Travel September 2006

Waterways of Russia Trip

Mon, 31 Jul 2006 10:49:28 -0400

Alumnae Association Educational Travel Waterways of Russia July 26 - August 6, 2006 M. S. Kazan

Alumnae Association Office Renovations 2006

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 12:50:12 -0400

The first floor of the Alumnae Association offices in Mary Woolley Hall were renovated during the Spring. These photos display some of the results.

Ann Arbor Alumnae in Action Event

Sun, 07 May 2006 11:26:43 -0400

The Mount Holyoke Club of Ann Arbor volunteered at the University of Michigan's Botanical Garden's 26th Annual Plant Sale in May, in Ann Arbor, MI. Sevanne Demirjian '95 wrote, "Our group had a great time... We had over five decades represented at the plant sale, from the 1950's to 2003. It was a beautiful day and everyone liked the Alumnae in Action idea so much they wanted to participate again next year!"

Interfaith Service

Sun, 28 May 2006 10:13:46 -0400

On Sunday morning before Commencement, an interfaith service took place in Abbey Memorial Chapel for graduating seniors, alumnae, and their families.

Alumnae Annual Meeting Reunion 2

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 10:52:37 -0400

The 169th Annual Alumnae Meeting featured class histories and a moving tribute to deceased alumnae, including a hymn performed by the Alumnae Choir, led by Catherine R. Melhorn.

Social Hours Reunion 2

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 17:39:18 -0400

Before the Class Dinners, alumnae mingled with their classmates.

Class Luncheons Reunion 2

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 12:59:34 -0400

After the Annual Alumnae meeting, alumnae and families enjoyed lunch with their classes.

Reunion 2006 Student Workers

Wed, 31 May 2006 17:44:01 -0400

The Alumnae Reunion weekends would not be possible without the efforts of numerous student workers that perform a wide variety of jobs including: housekeeping, waiting tables, driving vans, alumnae registrations, grounds keeping, video taping and much more.

Japanese Tea Ceremony

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 16:00:15 -0400

A traditional Japanese tea ceremony, with a demonstration by Nobue Socho Yamashita was held in the Wa-Shin-An Peace Garden at Eliot House.

Children's Program

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 15:50:49 -0400

The Stonybrook Children's Center welcomed the children of alumnae for a day of activities and games.

Lunch with the President

Fri, 02 Jun 2006 12:00:56 -0400

Alumnae and their families enjoyed lunch and conversation with President Joanne V. Creighton and members of the senior staff at Willits-Hallowell Center. They learned about the present and future of Mount Holyoke College, the upcoming campaign, and the plans to improve campus life.

Department At-Homes

Sat, 27 May 2006 14:56:32 -0400

Alumnae and seniors visited the professors of their major departments.

Sunday Brunch Reunion I 2006

Sun, 28 May 2006 11:37:38 -0400

Sunday Brunch for alumnae and guests.

1966 Class Photograph Reunion 2006

Sat, 27 May 2006 14:26:11 -0400

The Class of 1966 was photographed on the Skinner Hall steps.

Class of 1956 Photograph Reunion 2006

Sat, 27 May 2006 14:13:54 -0400

The Class of 1956 was photographed Skinner Hall steps.

Women of Color Reception Reunion 2006

Sat, 27 May 2006 15:42:15 -0400

Seniors and alumnae of color came together at the Betty Shabazz Cultural House for a Women of Color reception on Saturday afternoon.

Mr. Pete's Tumble Bus

Sat, 27 May 2006 15:50:30 -0400

On Saturday afternoon, Mr. Pete's Tumble Bus came to campus to entertain kids in the children's program. Activities included tumbling, bouncing, and face-painting.

Class Social Hours Reunion 1

Sat, 27 May 2006 18:42:31 -0400

On Saturday night, reunion classes enjoyed catching up and socializing during their class dinners and social hours.

Reunion I 2006 Cookout

Sat, 27 May 2006 12:43:40 -0400

After the Alumnae Parade and Alumnae Annual Meeting, everyone enjoyed hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggie burgers right off the grill.

Aumnae Parade Reunion I

Sat, 27 May 2006 09:02:08 -0400

While the Quaboag Highlanders pipeband played, Loyalty Classes in antique cars lead the parade, followed by alumnae classes, alumnae relatives, certificate degree and graduate students, and seniors carrying the Laurel Chain.

Commencement Concert 2006

Fri, 26 May 2006 20:39:45 -0400

A concert was performed on Friday evening in Abbey Memorial Chapel.

Back to Class: Bon Appetít

Fri, 26 May 2006 10:21:28 -0400

A popular and fun class in Mandelle's Golden Pear Kitchen led by Nicole Vaget and Catherine Bloom.

Talcott Greenhouse Reception

Fri, 26 May 2006 20:17:50 -0400

Enjoy a virtual stroll through soft green light of the botanic gardens of the Talcott Greenhouse.

Laurel Chain Ceremony

Sat, 27 May 2006 09:45:52 -0400

Graduating students pay their respects to Mary Lyon with the tradition of the Laurel Chain. The chain makes its way through the parade carried by the seniors dressed in white, and is then draped around the grave site while the students sing "Bread & Roses."

Class of 1956 Reception

Fri, 26 May 2006 17:59:06 -0400

President's Reception in honor of the 50th Reunion Class. The reception was offered courtesy of President Joanne V. Creighton for members of the Class of 1956 and their guests. Following the reception, dinner was served in Willits-Hallowell Center courtesy of the Alumnae Association and the Development Office.

Getting Ready for Reunions

Thu, 25 May 2006 14:37:40 -0400

Preperations for Reunion I are starting! The first alumnae are arriving for registration, and all around campus everyone works hard to prepare for them.

Alumnae In Action Spring 2006

Sat, 29 Apr 2006 10:27:37 -0400

In honor of Earth Day, local alumnae clubs and classes joined MHC students for an environmental service project at River Valley Academy, a school for children with special needs in Holyoke. The school recently moved to a new site and needed help cleaning the site, repainting the basketball court, pulling weeds, and planting trees and shrubs.

Strawberries and Champagne 2006

Tue, 09 May 2006 15:33:50 -0400

A celebration for Mount Holyoke College Seniors at the end of the year, a gift from the Alumnae Association.

Dubai

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:24:59 -0400

First Year Event 2006

Sun, 09 Apr 2006 13:05:29 -0400

"What I wish someone had told toward the end of my first year."

Lyon Lecture Series 2006: Holyoke, MA

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 20:56:45 -0500

Thursday, March 30, 2006 “Community Outside the Gates” with Preston H. Smith II, associate professor of politics and director of the Community-Based Learning Program, Weissman Center for Leadership and the Liberal Arts, and special guest panelists.

Mary Lyon's Birthday 2006

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 12:02:09 -0500

The Alumnae Association served cake to students in Blanchard to celebrate Mary Lyon's birthday on February 28, 2006.

2005 Reunion Parade

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 12:06:42 -0400

2005 Reunion Back to Class

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 12:22:18 -0400

2005 Reunion Kids

Fri, 14 Oct 2005 13:05:12 -0400

2004 Back to Class

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 09:07:35 -0400

Fall Visions 2005

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 00:21:00 -0500

Autumn scenes of the Mount Holyoke College.

2004 Annual Meeting

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 09:13:11 -0400

2004 Laurel Chain

Sat, 22 May 2004 08:13:36 -0400

Alumnae Awareness Week 2006

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 13:50:46 -0500

This is a series of photos taken over four days of the Alumnae Awareness week held at the Blanchard Student Center during the first week of February. In addition to having their picture taken with Mary Lyon current students learned about the many programs that the Alumnae Association offers including the new LifeNet program, fellowships and Alumane Stay program.

2004 Commencement

Sun, 23 May 2004 10:43:25 -0400

Reunion 2004 Parade

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 11:08:40 -0400